Track Maintenance - Laborer - Clovis, NM District 800

About the role

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads responsible for transporting essential products and materials across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will contribute to the construction, inspection, and repair of tracks and other railroad assets.

Responsibilities

• Track maintenance repair and installation
• Repair and rebuild railroad track
• Maintain trackbed by manually compressing ballast, removing/installing ties, cutting, and adjusting rail
• Remove/install hazards such as brush, trees, vegetation, litter, and cargo spillage
• Operate various hand and power tools including drills, impact wrenches, jacks, power saws, and grinders
• Perform tasks in a safety-sensitive environment including handling heavy machinery and working in diverse weather conditions

Requirements

• Able to work independently and in a team setting
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs occasionally
• Visual acuity to distinguish colors and auditory discrimination for safety purposes
• Physical ability to perform tasks requiring bending, standing, sitting, and walking on uneven surfaces

Qualifications

• Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization
• At least 18 years of age or will be by the anticipated start date
• Union membership with the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees (BMWE)

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care options
• Lifetime life insurance
• Railroad Retirement program
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Family benefits including parental and pediatric support
• Discounts on travel, gym memberships, and more

Pay

The entry rate is approximately $36.30/hr.

Schedule

This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position subject to on-call, overtime, nights, alternating shifts, weekends, and holidays.